Wales delivered one of their most complete and convincing performances in recent memory as they dismantled North Macedonia 7–1, sending a surge of belief through the squad, the supporters and the entire nation.
With World Cup qualification on the line, Craig Bellamy’s side produced a display full of energy, precision and identity the clearest sign yet that Wales are on the right path.
This was more than a win. It was a statement.
Bellamy’s Bold Identity Is Now Fully Visible
From the moment Craig Bellamy took charge, he spoke about intensity, bravery and clarity of purpose. Against North Macedonia, his ideas didn’t just appear they exploded.
Wales pressed and hunted in coordinated packs, suffocating the opposition every time they tried to play out. It wasn’t random pressure it was structured, rehearsed and relentless. The wide players stepped high, the midfield hunted aggressively, the back line pushed up with confidence instead of retreating.
For the first time in years, Wales looked like a side with a modern, recognisable identity and the players embraced it.
The seven goals weren’t just a product of poor defending they were a reflection of Wales dominance, sharpness and increasing attacking quality.
Fast, incisive passing moves, wide play with pace, late midfield runners breaking into the box, composed, clinical finishing, confidence to push numbers forward, everything Wales touched seemed to come with purpose.
The fluidity in attack was the best Wales have shown since their golden European Championship era, but with a modern twist quicker transitions, cleaner patterns, and aggressive intent from minute one.
For years, Wales have drifted between styles. Bellamy has now given them one and crucially, the players look made for it.
Dynamic full-backs who push into advanced zones, a midfield built for intensity and forward running, forwards who press with intelligence and hunger, a defensive line comfortable stepping high.
The commitment was evident in every phase of the game.
Even when 4–1, 5–1 and 6–1 up, the press didn’t drop. The tempo didn’t fade. The hunger didn’t stop. That is coaching influence. That is identity. That is belief.
Momentum at the Perfect Time
World Cup qualification campaigns hinge on more than just results they hinge on timing and momentum. Wales now have both.
The 7–1 scoreline will dominate headlines, but the performance is the real story.
Wales looked organised, ruthless and in full command everything a qualifying contender should be.
Cardiff City Stadium was electric, with supporters embracing a performance that felt like a turning point. Not just for this campaign but for the direction of Welsh football under Bellamy.
The noise, the rhythm, the confidence, the unity it felt like the beginning of something real. Wales have been searching for an identity since the heights of 2016.
Last night, it appeared they may have found one.
World Cup Qualification? Suddenly, Absolutely Possible
A 7–1 victory does more than secure three points.
It sends a message. Wales are not outsiders.
Wales are contenders. With Bellamy’s intensity, a squad built for his philosophy, and momentum arriving at exactly the right moment, World Cup qualification is no longer a hope it is a realistic target. They will discover who stands in their way of reaching the World Cup this Thursday.
But after last night, Wales have the belief, identity and purpose.
Wales are alive in this race to the World Cup and they look ready to fight all the way.
